Mahkhowa - Tingkhong, Dibrugarh
Mahkhowa is a village situated in the Tingkhong subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tingkhong and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Rajgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahkhowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahkhowa is 292123. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.7 hectares and falls under the 786611 pincode. Moran is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Mahkhowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahkhowa
According to the 2011 Census, Mahkhowa village had a total population of 926 people, including 472 males and 454 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.88%, with male literacy at 80.14% and female literacy at 61.11%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 926 | 472 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 335 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 137 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Mahkhowa
Mahkhowa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mahkhowa
Mahkhowa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Moran to Mahkhowa is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Mahkhowa is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahkhowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahkhowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahkhowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahkhowa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahkhowa
Where is Mahkhowa located?
Mahkhowa village is located in Tingkhong Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahkhowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahkhowa is Rajgarh.
What is the pincode of Mahkhowa?
The pincode of Mahkhowa is 786611.
What is the population of Mahkhowa?
Mahkhowa had a total population of 926, including 472 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Mahkhowa?
Mahkhowa had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahkhowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahkhowa was 70.88%. Male literacy was 80.14% and female literacy was 61.11%.